The Zoombak is a location-based service that is about the size of a Zippo lighter, and integrates a GPS receiver and cellular radio that reports back on it’s location when queried. The company has two versions of the device. One for use in vehicles, and the other for use with dogs.

“Using Zoombak is straightforward. First, one places the charged receiver in their vehicle. Zoombak’s integrated and non-user replaceable battery lasts about five days, but the company provides accessories in the box for charging from a 12-volt lighter connection or for having the product installed professionally.”

When locating your vehicle, it shows up as a circle on a simple map. And the device can send emails or SMS messages when its battery is about three hours from running out of juice. The device also allows you to create safety zones that trigger notification when the devices carrier extends past them. It seems these type of GPS devices are becoming more and more popular.

via engadget